Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony HX20V

On this page, we will be looking at the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony HX20V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and HX20V (18MP) and the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and HX20V (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The GR Digital IV was launched 10 months prior to the HX20V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GR Digital IV matches up against the HX20V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR Digital IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV has got physical dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony HX20V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the GR Digital IV versus the HX20V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GR Digital IV and HX20V is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR Digital IV and HX20V.

All in all, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GR Digital IV due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony HX20V will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged GR Digital IV will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.